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31ZT7610 00X31-ZT7-6100 Black DIC F101
Owner’s Manual
GENERATOR
EU3000is
31ZT7610 2eY11000.2006.12
00X31-ZT7-6100 " Printed in Japan o2001-2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved
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07/01/11 13:50:35 31ZT7600_001 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness or death. Never run the generator in a closed or even partially closed area where people may be present. The generator is a potential source of electrical shock if mis
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07/01/11 13:50:42 31ZT7600_002 Congratulations on your selection of a Honda generator. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your gene
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07/01/11 13:50:54 31ZT7600_003 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this generator safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating
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07/01/11 13:50:58 31ZT7600_004 CONTENTS GENERATOR SAFETY ............................................................................... 5 Safety Label Locations ........................................................................ 5 Important Safety Information ............................................................. 7 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ............................................................... 9 CONTROLS ......................................................................
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07/01/11 13:51:02 31ZT7600_005 MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 37 The Importance of Maintenance ....................................................... 37 Maintenance Safety ........................................................................... 38 Emission Control System Information ............................................. 39 Air Index ....................................................................................
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07/01/11 13:51:10 31ZT7600_006 GENERATOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda generator dealer for a replacement. 5
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07/01/11 13:51:30 31ZT7600_007 NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE CALIFORNIA TYPE 6
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07/01/11 13:51:40 31ZT7600_008 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating your generator. You can help prevent accidents by being familiar with your generator’s controls, and by observing safe operating procedures. Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all generator controls, output
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07/01/11 13:51:50 31ZT7600_009 Electric Shock Hazards The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if misused. Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry. If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all of the electrical components on the control panel before each use. M
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07/01/11 13:51:57 31ZT7600_010 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PARALLEL OPERATION OUTLETS DC CIRCUIT DC RECEPTACLE OUTPUT PROTECTOR INDICATOR LIGHT AC CIRCUIT PROTECTORS OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT OIL ALERT INDICATOR LIGHT ENGINE SWITCH CHOKE KNOB AC RECEPTACLES FUEL VALVE LEVER TM ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH STAND TYPE WHEEL TYPE 9
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07/01/11 13:52:07 31ZT7600_011 NON-CALIFORNIA TYPE MUFFLER SPARK PLUG CAP FRONT HANDLE AIR CLEANER OIL FILLER CAP/ DIPSTICK CALIFORNIA TYPE OIL DRAIN MUFFLER SPARK PLUG CAP PLUG FRONT HANDLE FRAME SERIAL OIL MAINTENANCE NUMBER COVER LEFT SIDE MAINTENANCE COVER OIL FILLER CAP/ AIR DIPSTICK CLEANER OIL DRAIN PLUG OIL MAINTENANCE COVER FRAME SERIAL LEFT SIDE NUMBER MAINTENANCE COVER FUEL TANK CAP STARTER GRIP REAR HANDLE GROUND TERMINAL Record the frame serial number for your future reference. Refe
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07/01/11 13:52:14 31ZT7600_012 CONTROLS ENGINE SWITCH To start and stop the engine. Key position: OFF: To stop the engine. Key can be removed/inserted. ON: To run the engine after starting. START: To start the engine by operating the starter motor. O ON N O OF FF F S ST TA AR RT T ENGINE SWITCH Return the key to the ON position once the engine has started. Do not use the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operati
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07/01/11 13:52:21 31ZT7600_013 STARTER GRIP To start the engine, pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. STARTER GRIP Directiontopull FUEL VALVE LEVER The fuel valve is located on the control panel. When the fuel valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel tank to the carbure
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07/01/11 13:52:31 31ZT7600_014 CHOKE KNOB The choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor. Pulling the choke knob to the CLOSED position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine. Pushing the choke knob to the OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine. CHOKE KNOB O OP PE EN N C CL LO OS SE ED D TM ECO-THROTTLE SWITCH TM The Eco-Throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when all loads are tu
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07/01/11 13:52:39 31ZT7600_015 OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT The output indicator light (green) is illuminated when the generator is operating normally. It indicates that the generator is producing electrical power at the receptacles. OUTPUT INDICATOR LIGHT (GREEN) OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT If the generator is overloaded (see page 63), or if there is a short circuit in a connected appliance, or if the inverter is overheated, the overload indicator light (red) will go ON. The overload indicator light (re
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07/01/11 13:52:47 31ZT7600_016 OIL ALERT SYSTEM The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert indicator light comes on and the Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON position). If the engine stops or the Oil Alert indicator light comes on when you turn the engine switch to START or pull the sta
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07/01/11 13:52:57 31ZT7600_017 AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR The AC circuit protectors will automatically switch OFF if there is a short circuit or a significant overload of the generator at the 120V 20A locking plug, or 120V 30A locking plug receptacle. If an AC circuit protector switches OFF automatically, check that the appliance is working properly and does not exceed the rated load capacity of the circuit before resetting the AC circuit protector ON. AC CIRCUIT PROTECTOR for Receptacle AC CIRCUIT PR
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07/01/11 13:53:01 31ZT7600_018 GROUND TERMINAL The generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generator, the metal non-current-carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of each receptacle. Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector or local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator. GROUND TERMINAL 17
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07/01/11 13:53:07 31ZT7600_019 GENERATOR USE CONNECTIONS TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. A transfer switch, which isolates generator power from utility power, is available through authorized Honda generator dealers. Improper connections to a building electrical syst
